Music notes: Liza Minnelli cancels Majestic show

Complications from her knee-replacement surgery in January have forced Broadway legend Liza Minnelli to cancel several upcoming shows — including her July 18 date in the Majestic Theatre.

Word came in to the Majestic earlier today that she wouldn’t be able to make the show. There’s no indication on whether the date will be rescheduled, although the Majestic folks indicated that was their goal.

After being forced to cancel a show in Atlanta last Friday, this statement was posted on her Web site:

Minnelli has been on tour in recent weeks to promote her forthcoming CD and the constant traveling has resulted in a very painful and swollen knee. There is concern that her knee may have become infected which is not uncommon after this type of surgery. Such infections are very dangerous and doctors have ordered her to return to New York for further evaluation.

Her tour began June 5 in St. Louis; the next show had been scheduled for Biloxi, Miss., July 16, followed by the Majestic show.

Tickets may be refunded at the point of purchase, including the Majestic box office, a theater spokesman indicated. Ticketmaster phone and internet orders will automatically be refunded.